Teaching Assistant with mealtime Assistant duty
Ref: SCH-SC'sCOE(P) M-0112Additional Information
Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: TTO - Term time only Hours per Week: 25.00 Weeks per Year: 45.050 Pay Grade: STC - NJC | SCP3 - SCP5The Role
Teaching Assistant with mealtime duty – St Sidwell’s CofE Primary School
Teaching Assistant
Hours: 25 hours per week: 5 days a week
Salary: SC-2. NJC points 3. Salary £22,737 FTE Actual £13,273 pending pay award
Term Time only – 39 weeks per annum
Mealtime Assistant
Hours: 5 hours per week: 5 days a week
Salary: SC-1. NJC points 2. Salary £22,366 FTE Actual £2,611 pending pay award
Term Time only – 39 weeks per annum
Contract: Permanent
Annual Leave: Taken outside of term time and paid pro-rata throughout the year (no annual leave to be taken during term time)
Benefits: Local Government Pension Scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Childcare voucher scheme
Closing date: Friday 3rd May 2024 – 9am
Interview: Wednesday 8th May
Are you passionate about making a difference to children’s lives?
Do you want to work in a happy school that puts children at the heart of all we do?
Then we want to hear from you! We are looking for an enthusiastic Teaching Assistant and Mealtime Assistant to join our friendly and hard-working team.
St Sidwell’s is a happy, thriving and successful one form entry Primary School and Nursery, located in the heart of Exeter City Centre, with committed staff and pupils who are eager to learn. Our school has a strong Christian ethos, a belief in the importance of community and a commitment to excellence for all. We all embrace, encourage and celebrate diversity.
Your role will be to support the learning of different pupils. You will have had some previous experience in working with children and be able to effectively communicate with adults and children alike, encouraging everyone to be the ‘best that they can be’. At lunchtime, we are looking for Mealtime Assistant who will assist in securing the safety and welfare of pupils during the midday break.
Our school is part of the St Christopher’s Multi Academy Trust family of nineteen schools, where staff benefit from collaborative partnerships with other schools and a commitment to continuous professional development. Their central team provide support in working alongside our leaders and staff, working together to ensure our school is successful and a wonderful place of learning for both pupils and staff.
To apply please complete the application form, which can be found on Vacancies | St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust (stchristophersmat.org) by 9AM on Friday 3rd May 2024. Interviews will be held on Wednesday 8th May 2024. Please let us know age phase and subject specialisms in your application.
Please note it is our process to apply for references for shortlisted applicants and to complete online searches in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
Please visit the below website for our Trust policies and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/10/trust-policies
Qualifications
| Qualification Title | Grade | |
|---|---|---|
| 5 GCSEs including Maths and English (grade 4-9) or equivalent |
Essential
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| TA2 qualification or equivalent or relevant experience |
Desirable
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Skills
| Personal Attributes | |
|---|---|
| Calmness and patience with young people |
Essential
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| Empathy with young people facing barriers to their learning |
Essential
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| Personal resilience and a good sense of humour |
Essential
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| A commitment to helping young people achieve through education and learning |
Essential
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| Flexibility and creativity in thinking and practical work |
Essential
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| Abilities, Skills and Knowledge | |
| Ability to observe, monitor and provide constructive feedback on pupil’s progress. |
Essential
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| Ability to relate well to adults. |
Essential
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| Ability to relate well to children. |
Essential
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| An understanding of classroom roles and responsibilities. |
Essential
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| Experience of working with children who have a special educational need |
Desirable
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| To be responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people within the school |
Essential
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| Ability to use basic ICT including computer, audio, video equipment and photocopier |
Essential
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| An understanding or experience of general office tasks, e.g filing, record keeping |
Essential
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| Ability to work as part of a team |
Essential
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| Qualifications | |
| Level 2 qualification in Teaching and Learning or equivalent recent experience |
Desirable
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| Good numeracy and literacy skills. |
Essential
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| Experience/Knowledge | |
| Experience of working with relevant age groups within a learning environment. |
Essential
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Related Documents
Safeguarding Information
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and all appointments are subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks and satisfactory references.
St Christopher's Multi Academy Trust is also committed to promoting equality, challenging discrimination and developing community cohesion. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Our safeguarding policy can be accessed via the below link:
https://www.stchristophersmat.org/key-information/item/3/safeguarding
Our commitment to EDI
We welcome individuals from all backgrounds and are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applicants who meet the criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age or veteran status.
SID - St Sidwell's CE Primary School & Nursery
St Sidwell's Church of England Primary School & Nursery
York Road
Exeter
Devon
EX4 6PG
Caroline Cholou-Pitocco
hr@stcmat.org